Sling Media Slingbox Solo Internet TV Broadcaster
The Slingbox Solo Internet TV Broadcaster from Sling Media allows you to watch live television streamed from your home cable or satellite connection via the Internet on a laptop or cellular telephone. Connecting to your television and broadband Internet connection, the Slingbox Solo streams live television over the web and allows you to view it anywhere with Internet access. The device allows you to connect a single home theater source. It supports resolutions of up to 1080i via component.
Professionals who pay for expensive cable or satellite packages for sports or movies will appreciate being able to watch when traveling for business and commuters will love the fact that they can catch up on the morning news live on their laptop or phone during the morning train ride. The Slingbox Solo is the technology that allows you to take your television programming with you wherever you go.
- SlingStream Technology
- The Slingbox Solo features SlingStream technology. This innovative compression dynamically adjusts video quality to best suit the type of material you are watching. This lets you watch video at optimal quality when streaming over the Internet.
- Ease of Use
- The Slingbox Solo features an automatic device discovery wizard to help you easily set the system up. It was designed with ease of use in mind, so you won't have to be a computer genius to get it working.
- PDA and Smartphone Compatible
- In addition to streaming to a laptop or desktop computer, the Slingbox Solo can be used with SlingPlayer Mobile software to play video directly on your Windows Mobile PDA or Smartphone. A free trial version of this software is available from Sling Media's web site with additional registration costs for the full version.
- No Hidden Fees
- With the Slingbox there are no hidden subscription fees that other services may charge. Once you own the hardware you can start watching TV over the Internet without having to worry about a hidden charge.
- Mac OS X Support
- Mac OS X support can be added via a download from Sling Media's website. This lets you take advantage of the Slingbox on your MacBook or MacBook Pro!
| System Requirements |
PC Client Computer: Intel Pentium IV 1.3 GHz Operating System: Windows XP, Vista Memory: 512 MB (XP), 1 GB (Vista) Hard Drive: 150 MB Available Hardware: 24-Bit Graphics Card, 16-Bit Sound Card, CD-ROM drive, Network connectivity Mac Client Computer: Power PC G4 800 MHz Operating System: Mac OS X 10.3.9 Memory: 512 MB (1 GB recommended) Hard Drive: 150 MB Network Wired or Wireless Router (UpnP capability recommended) Cable or DSL modem for out of home viewing 256 Kbps upstream speed recommended Video (NTSC) and Audio Source Any of the following: Digital Cable Set Top Box, DVR such as TiVo, DirecTV, Comcast or DISH, Satellite Receiver, DVD Player, Video/Security Camera, NTSC S-Video or Composite Video Source |
| Connectors |
Inputs: 1x Composite Video, 1x S-Video, 1x Component Video, 1x RCA Stereo Outputs (Pass-through): 1x Composite Video, 1x S-Video, 1x Component Video, 1x RCA Stereo Device Control: IR emitter Network: RJ-45 Ethernet Computer: USB Type-A |
| Electrical Requirements | AC: 100-120VAC, 50-60Hz |
| Dimensions | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Weight | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 28 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
88%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Compact (17)
- Simple controls (15)
- Attractive (13)
- Lightweight (9)
- Durable (5)
Cons
Best Uses
- Travel (18)
- Home (13)
- Office (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual user (11), Enthusiast (10), Power user (3), Quality oriented (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (10)
- Primary use:
- Personal (3)
Most Liked Positive Review
Great product but not for iPhone
I've had one of these for years. Here are things to know:
1.) The setup is easy if you have a simple network set up at home. My network cons...Read complete review
I've had one of these for years. Here are things to know:
1.) The setup is easy if you have a simple network set up at home. My network consists of a wireless router daisy-chained through a VOIP router. That makes for some messy hooking-up.
2.) This unit does not have wifi built-in. If you are prepared for that ahead of time, no worries. I run mine through a secured wireless bridge that serves out Internet goodness to my DVR, Roku box, Xbox 360 and Slingbox.
3.) This unit works great on a Mac and a PC computer and on some mobile phones. I have used it on Pocket PC and iPhone. It worked well on my Pocket PC PDA and Samsung (Windows Smartphone) but very spotty on the iPhone. I didn't notice in the documentation that the iPhone app prefers the HD versions of Slingbox until after I bought the app for $30. Meh. Shame on me for not reading. Shame on Slingbox for not supporting the Solo. When it does manage to connect on the iPhone, it only connects via wifi, not 3G. If you know that going into it and are ok with it, it's no big deal... just know that with the Solo, the iPhone app takes a while to finally connect and it's not 100% every time.
4.) There's a good deal of delay between sending the command and actually seeing the command. It's not that big a deal, just be aware that trying to fast forward or rewind on a DVR or DVD is tricky to get the timing right. You won't get it right.
You're already watching the video on a buffered 20 second delay (which increases slightly over the course of viewing time) and there's a good 5-10 second delay from the time you send the signal and the time the box receives it. Like I said, it's not an enormous deal and is forgivable/livable, considering the conditions of the benefit you're receiving... just something to be aware of.
5.) Tons of people have asked me so I'll just mention it here: there's no monthly or annual fee.
6.) This model is SD... you probably already knew that.
Overall, I love the Slingbox Solo and sing its praises (except for the poor accessibility with the iPhone app).
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Most Liked Negative Review
Awesome when it works.
This is the second one I have purchased. Once working it is a great product. Only thing that is bad is customer service of Slingbox it self. They expect you to pay for tech...Read complete review
This is the second one I have purchased. Once working it is a great product. Only thing that is bad is customer service of Slingbox it self. They expect you to pay for tech support after 90 days and the first one I had died conveniently after an update they pushed out. I cant prove the update they pushed out killed my slingbox but there are multiple people on the slingbox forums whos device failed after the update.
Also it is a device for remote viewing of your tv but it must be configured on your local LAN. Do not do any upgrade unless you can remote into a computer on the same LAN the slingbox is on. You would think they would figure out a way to be able to configure it remotely.
But other then the complaints above when it works its great.
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Comments about Sling Media Slingbox Solo Internet TV Broadcaster:
Did what I expected. Had a little trouble setting it up at first but once I took some time learning the equipment, everything else was a breeze. Now I regret not getting the Slingbox Pro.
Pros
- Compact
- Easy Controls
Cons
- Poor image
Best Uses
- Home
Comments about Sling Media Slingbox Solo Internet TV Broadcaster:
You must have an Internet connection of 10 mb to have a reasonable picture. It is for those who really do not want to lose your favorite program. Does not work on an intranet.
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Convenient
- Easy Controls
- Lightweight
Cons
- Choppy video at times
- Pricey Slingbox apps
Best Uses
- Travel
Comments about Sling Media Slingbox Solo Internet TV Broadcaster:
Recently purchased my Slingbox to stream video to my Motorola Atrix for the purpose of watching the NBA Finals. After setting the box up to my DirecTv receiver (which was very easy and quick), I downloaded the Slingbox app and began watching immediately. Even though the video gets choppy at times, I am satisfied at the ability and convenience of watching whatever I want on the go. I would recommend this product as an alternative to paying a per month subscription.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Compact
- Easy Controls
- InputsOutputs
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Home
Comments about Sling Media Slingbox Solo Internet TV Broadcaster:
Great device, excellent features. A little bit to get used to networking wise but well worth the efforts. I stream to my DROID X.
PQ is pretty good, better on Vista and XP than 7, probably will be addressed by Sling soon enough.
Controls FIOS DVR flawlessy too. :-)
Support forums and tech support very helpful.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact
- Easy Controls
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Travel
Comments about Sling Media Slingbox Solo Internet TV Broadcaster:
Watch YOUR Channels where ever you are. It was a snap to set up. The picture on my iPad is clear and sharp. It's like having Portable Cable.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
- Travel
Comments about Sling Media Slingbox Solo Internet TV Broadcaster:
This is the second one I have purchased. Once working it is a great product. Only thing that is bad is customer service of Slingbox it self. They expect you to pay for tech support after 90 days and the first one I had died conveniently after an update they pushed out. I cant prove the update they pushed out killed my slingbox but there are multiple people on the slingbox forums whos device failed after the update.
Also it is a device for remote viewing of your tv but it must be configured on your local LAN. Do not do any upgrade unless you can remote into a computer on the same LAN the slingbox is on. You would think they would figure out a way to be able to configure it remotely.
But other then the complaints above when it works its great.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Compact
- Durable
- Easy Controls
- Lightweight
Cons
- Video quality is not good
Best Uses
- Travel
Comments about Sling Media Slingbox Solo Internet TV Broadcaster:
this devise delivers average quality video to your laptop and Iphone.. of course to enjoy a TV show without buffering you need a good network with great broad band and fast internet.. I strongly recommend the next level of slingbox, the slingbox HD if you really want to broadcast your TV signal to your portable devices..You still have a little bit of buffering issue but the video quality and audio are fantastic
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Compact
- Easy Controls
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
- Travel
Comments about Sling Media Slingbox Solo Internet TV Broadcaster:
Unfortunately, mine came with no instructions (in English, at least..the manual was in French only), but fortunately the website was very easy to navigate to figure out how to set up my box, both for viewing from a web browser as well as running the standalone client.
One thing to check before you buy: does your source device (DVR, etc.) support the connections you want? My DVR wouldn't allow HDMI to coexist with any other output, so I ended up having to fool it into allowing the component video outs to work (they were disabled), then connecting my slingbox inline between my DVR and my TV using those. Not the fault of the Slingbox, just my stupid cable company and their paranoid DCMA settings.
Also, you'll need a decent upload speed on your network connection for this to work, which is also not a fault of this device, just a matter of fact.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact
- Easy Controls
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
Comments about Sling Media Slingbox Solo Internet TV Broadcaster:
Once the slingbox is set up and running, it's great. Navigating the software needed to make it work is another matter[...]
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Compact
- Easy Controls
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
- Travel
Comments about Sling Media Slingbox Solo Internet TV Broadcaster:
Bought this to be able to view DVR shows on computer while traveling. It works great!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
- Travel
Comments about Sling Media Slingbox Solo Internet TV Broadcaster:
I travel alot and with the Sling I can watch my home TV
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
- Travel
Comments about Sling Media Slingbox Solo Internet TV Broadcaster:
Set up was easy, except my HDTV is not quite up to speck. Looking forward to being able to catch my favorite programs while traveling over thew holidays
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Compact
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
- Office
Comments about Sling Media Slingbox Solo Internet TV Broadcaster:
Great product, works great!!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact
- Easy Controls
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
- Travel
Comments about Sling Media Slingbox Solo Internet TV Broadcaster:
The resolution, especially when expanded to full screen, leaves something to be desired. A smaller frame (about 4x6 inches) is fine to watch a game. If you want anything bigger, and if you have high-speed internet capabilities, you should strongly consider the Slingbox-Pro. I don't have one for comparison, but it is likely the way to go if you want to watch a bigger screen picture with some semblance of high resolution TV viewing.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Compact
- Durable
- Easy Controls
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Travel
Comments about Sling Media Slingbox Solo Internet TV Broadcaster:
The Slingbox Solo delivered on everything they advertised. Wanted to transfer my Verizon FIOS TV to another location while I was on vacation. The set up was easy, the interface is great to include the exact model of the remote I use with my motorola cable box.
Worked better than I could have imagined.
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Compact
- Durable
- Easy Controls
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Travel
Comments about Sling Media Slingbox Solo Internet TV Broadcaster:
I hooked it up just before I went back to school. It was easy to set up and works flawlessly. I can now watch Fios on my computer while away at school! I even connected my laptop to a flat screen TV and it's just like watching it at home.
Great product and easy to use.
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
Comments about Sling Media Slingbox Solo Internet TV Broadcaster:
Works great. Picture quality is excellent. Better than an older tube tv, but slightly worse than HD. Sports are a bit choppy looking in full screen mode. The one drawback is that you have to connect to both the router and the cable box, so if they are not in the same place you are out of luck without an adapter, sold separately.
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Compact
- Durable
- Easy Controls
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
- Travel
Comments about Sling Media Slingbox Solo Internet TV Broadcaster:
Used it over the 2009 winter holidays and it worked perfectly. Always was able to do what I wanted with it. This is probably one of the best least known products out there.
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
- Travel
Comments about Sling Media Slingbox Solo Internet TV Broadcaster:
Easy to set up and configure.
Pros
- Watch tv on the go
Cons
- Setup could be easier
- Tech support better
Best Uses
- Good for blackberry bold
- Travel
Comments about Sling Media Slingbox Solo Internet TV Broadcaster:
I use the for my blackberry bold 9700, works great, pretty cool being able to watch tv on my mobile phone. Tech support wasn't too great but i managed to figure how to get it working on my blackberry.
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